Microgreen Mango Crunch Salad

Crunchy cabbage and almonds, spicy microgreens, creamy avocado and sweet mango, all work together for a bright, refreshing salad. This recipe is simple and nutritious, and always leaves me feeling better whether it is the middle of a dark, cold winter or the hot summer months. Microgreens bring flavor and nutrition and pair well against the other ingredients. Feel free to make substitutions based off your taste or what you have available.

What you will need

• Coleslaw Mix

  If you don’t want to buy coleslaw mix, you can just shred cabbage and carrot. Kale, romaine lettuce, or another hearty green can also be used.

• Green Onion

  Red onion would be another good option. Dice and soak in cold water for a few minutes to help tone down some of the strong onion flavor.

• Fresh Mango

  Frozen mango (an easier to find option in the winter months) can be used as well if you don’t mind a slightly softer texture. Simply let thaw at room temperature beforehand.

• Almonds

  Buy sliced almonds and toast in the oven at 350 until golden brown for the best flavor. If you have whole, roasted almonds, chop into smaller pieces.

• Avocado

• Favorite Microgreen Variety

  Radish or spicy mix are my favorite additions to this salad because they stand up to the stronger flavors of the cabbage and onion. You can also use any other variety you like.

  For the dressing

• Avocado oil or anther neutral tasting oil

• Honey

  You can substitute agave syrup or sweetener of choice, although honey gives this dressing a unique sweetness and flavor.

• Rice Vinegar

  Rice vinegar is acidic but mild in flavor which is why I use it for this recipe. You could also use apple cider vinegar or white vinegar.

• Soy Sauce

• Salt and pepper

Ingredients

• 1 bag coleslaw mix (16 oz.)

• 1/2 C green onion

• 1 diced mango

• 1 diced avocado

• 1/2 cup sliced almonds

• 1 oz Microgreens, any variety

  Dressing

• 1/2 cup avocado oil

• 1/4 cup honey

• 1/4 cup rice vinegar

• 2 tblsp soy sauce

• Salt and Pepper to taste

Serves: 6-8

Prep Time: 20 min

Directions

1. Prep all ingredients for the salad and combine in a large bowl.

2. Whisk together ingredients for the dressing in a bowl, or put in a mason jar with a lid and shake well.

3. Add dressing to salad and mix well to combine.

4. Garnish with additional microgreens and enjoy!